Diphthe Teta
What is the Diphtheria–Tetanus–Pertussis Combination Vaccine? This is an inactivated vaccine. In Thailand, there are two main types of combination vaccines for diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis used across different age groups: DTaP or DTwP vaccine: Used for infants and children under 7 years of age. Tdap vaccine: Used for children aged 4 and up through adulthood. The lowercase letters “d” and “p” indicate reduced
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amounts of diphtheria toxoid and pertussis antigens to reduce potential side effects.
The letter “a” in DTaP and Tdap stands for “acellular”, meaning only certain parts of the pertussis bacterium are used instead of the whole-cell version (which is used in DTwP). This helps reduce adverse reactions. There is also a Td vaccine, which protects only against diphtheria and tetanus (not pertussis) and is suitable for individuals who cannot receive pertussis-containing vaccines.
Understanding the Dis Diphtheria (D): Caused by the Corynebac which produces a toxin that leads to thick memb This can cause airway obstruction, muscle paraly even be fatal despite treatment. Tetanus (T): A life-threatening disease caus Clostridium tetani bacterium, leading to severe m the body. It can cause “lockjaw,” where the patien swallow, or breathe. Pertussis (P) / Whooping Cough infection caused by bacteria that results in severe
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